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Nº 101 in 173 in Ballymena

Nº 14 of 22 Other cuisines in Ballymena

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Excellent food, very friendly service, great selection available on menu and of baked goods. The baked goods are very generously portioned - it's the sort of place where you want to try everything in sight! The restaurant seating area inside is very quaint with mismatched tables and chairs but limited in size, although there is outdoor seating available if weather permits. I cannot fault the quality of the food but be warned however, it is a little on the expensive side e.g. £10 for a filled soda and £5.80 for one sausage roll. There is a toilet available in a nearby wooden shed but bizarrely the is a sign inside which says "This toilet is not part of the Creamery Can and should not be reviewed as such" - which makes no sense whatsoever. It was badly in need of a deep clean when I visited, but I was glad that it was available regardless. Either take responsibility for cleaning it, or don't allow the public to use it!

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Shirley Mo . 2024-07-23

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Was disappointed upon visiting recently. Seemed to be a bit of a wait to get speaking to someone whilst waiting to order. Once we did staff was friendly enough though was quite shocked that a quiche was £8 for the item alone and seemed rather steep. My main issue was that although the cafe wasn’t too busy when we arrived there were several tables that had not been cleared and the one we sat at was sticky and not wiped down and no one had come to clean it that with the fact they put the cutlery down in the middle of said sticky table was definitely off putting. It seemed that two quite young staff members had been left in charge of everything from taking orders and cooking also and were possibly overwhelmed. I will say that the quiche was very nice and enjoyed it sadly same couldn’t be said for the iced coffee. We could also overhear people complaining over similar issues. I just think for how expensive food is here the service should reflect but sadly that was not the case as the uncleanliness just put us off.

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Michael O . 2024-04-08

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We usually call here for coffee and scones and have always enjoyed it. This time we called for lunch and my husband ordered a panini and when it was served it was only one half of a panini with the filling on the top. Looking back we should have asked where the other half was. I had the loyalty card and was entitled to a free coffee and I had ordered a coffee and a bottle of water. The water was the cheaper option than the coffee yet it was the water that was taken off the bill and not the coffee. It just left us feeling so very disappointed indeed as the panini definitely wasn’t worth the money at all and I felt the coffee should have been taken off the bill. The outside toilet is never clean.

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bc13cat . 2024-04-01

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Ordered two sausage rolls and was told they came with side salad. Paid £6 each which I thought was dear enough. When they brought them to the table they’d run out of salad so we had a sausage roll each with a small amount of tomato relish. Apparently I hadn’t paid for salad in the cost! So £6 each for a sausage roll! No matter how tasty a sausage roll may be, it’s never worth that! I’m genuinely sorry to say the Creamery Can has just become a bit too expensive.

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RJHNI . 2023-12-30

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Have drove past this place a few times and always thought we should call in worst mistake should have kept driving food poor I ordered pulled pork biroche bun £8.90 the pork was in chunks and very hard, the sandwiches the rest of the family ordered were mediocre I mentioned to the owner about the pork and he laughed at me the customer service or lack of it was ridiculous! Keep driving!

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Julieanne161 . 2023-12-28

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Delicious quiche and a lovely seat outside. The coffee and scones are always good too. Great stop-off en route to North Coast.

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sharon . 2023-10-13

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Absolutely delicious! Coffee and wonderful cakes, comfy seating and a warm welcome. Easy to get to from the A26… definitely would go back, if only we lived closer!!

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sarah h . 2023-10-13

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Went this morning for the full breakfast, my wife had the pancakes, tbh extremely average to poor , sausages and bacon reheated in a queuing oven, the soda,and fadge barely toasted and for £10 poor values, my wife’s pancakes had a slight taste of bi carb soda, and rubbery and a tiny portion of syrup, First visit and I don’t think I would rush back , beautiful premises,and setting, just a pity their culinary skills, let them down

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Escape09572850565 . 2023-09-02

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Lovely situation but tables were dirty and covered in other people's food . The floors were filthy , up the walls were japped with food .. was so disappointed.. sorry but won't ve back

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isobels556 . 2023-08-19

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Went for lunch, had the pulled pork in brioche bap, served with coleslaw, dry lettuce (no dressing) and half a cherry tomato. Pulled Pork was dry and cold fatty pork fillet with some barbecue sauce drizzled over it. Worst I have ever had, tasteless. Prices extortionate for what you get. Very bad experience. Won't be visiting again.

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William M . 2023-08-08

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We got served quick enough. It is a small location so you would have to get here early or wait. It has such a cute scenery inside and the views! However, it took an hour with only an apology before we even got our coffees + another 20 minutes before we got food. The food was excellent quality though I was starving for a breakfast and shouldn’t have had to wait that long. Did not appear to have any signs for a toilet in this small establishment though from what we could see. There is not much of a car park and the road to this place is a bit tight.

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residenta2023 . 2023-02-28

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Perfect stop off for morning coffee on our way up to the North Coast! Love the ambiance of the place and the scones are really excellent and served with quality coffee and tea! The friands are also great! Would highly recommend - go visit!

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OnAir32514172124 . 2022-12-29

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Beautiful home made food in this lovely country establishment. The baker is talented, that’s for sure. Food is so so fresh, tasty, tempting and delicious. Thank you to all the friendly staff at the Creamery Can. Keep up the good work.

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Benlovestoeatout . 2022-06-11

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Has a lovely rustic charm about the cafe. The food is all freshly made and their raspberry and white chocolate scones are beautiful. Definitely our go-to place.

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Navigator40863553236 . 2021-09-19

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I frequently call in here on cycle runs, but recently it’s been a bit disrupted. I called today - usual excellent coffee, and range of tray bakes. However, there’s a new system that if you sit outside on the patio, the food comes in a disposable container, and the coffee in a cardboard cup. Not very eco-friendly at all compared with washing up, and disappointing from a venue that prides itself on ethical values.

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bob F . 2021-08-04

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Before Covid I was usually here about once a month, so I was delighted to see it had reopened again. Like most places the prices have gone up but as the food is normally excellent, I was happy to pay the increase. i ordered the Homemade wheaten bread, rocket leaves, avocado, eggs & balsamic drizzle and for the first time ever, I was very disappointed as the avocado was hard, the eggs had been fried - solid yolks, I wasn't asked how I would like them fried as previously they had been poached, I would have asked for sunny side up and the bread was very crumbly. I did say to the staff, who were very pleasant, but all they could say was that they were disappointed that I wasn't happy with my meal

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xek6977 . 2021-07-05

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Visited today ,lovely scone +coffee,however dirtiest toilet +wash hand basin I've seen in a long time🤢. Quietly told the young girl who worked there who went to clean with a bottle of Cif + a cloth- no rubber gloves, anti- bacterial spray, bleach.No regular cleaning schedule apparent. Should be regular sanitization of 'touch points' - toilet flush, taps, door lock/handles#covid!!

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M7434YCjilld . 2021-06-23

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Went here hoping for a lovely breakfast but was highly disappointed! When we arrived we were the only customers and placed our order which was a full soda and wheaten, bacon, eggs, two drinks which came to £20. When the food arrived it was very...

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R8827IEbethb . 2021-06-08

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First visit staff lovely, food lovely, nice surroundings The only downside there’s not many tables..

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Gaz464646 . 2020-03-08

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Always wanted to visit this place as I drove past it many times but never had time to stop in. Called in 2 Saturdays ago at 15.40 and was told we couldn't order hot food as the ovens were turned off. It states they are...

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itsnawhandy . 2020-03-06

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My family come here a couple of times a month for breakfast on our way north. Food is always superb, Staff are really friendly.

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se7en0fn9ne . 2020-01-15

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Visited the Creamery Can recently. The service was very slow and the food average. Having spent time in poor countries, I was most disappointed to find the toilet even dirtier than in those countries! It hasn't been cleaned properly for a long time obviously. Mystified...

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OliveWils . 2019-12-30

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Love this atmospheric coffee shop with home baking and ice cream from the jersey dairy herd. Now an economusee so you can stop and see where the ice cream is made or even book a workshop. A lovely authentic place.

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N5977OXmicheles . 2019-12-05

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We dropped into this interesting stone cottage for a quick lunch...lovely quirky interior with delightful staff! There was a good choice on the menu from which I selected the butternut squash soup! Great choice, piping hot, generous portion of soup served with very good wheaten...

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mebates00 . 2019-10-05

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We called in for a light lunch on our return from Antrim to Coleraine at about 1345. It is very close to the A26 with ample parking. The cafe is based in an old barn-like building with only seven tables, but it is fresh and...

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Nigel P . 2019-09-24

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Love stopping off here en route to the north coast for great coffee and fresh, delicious home cooked food. Even when really busy you can usually get a table. If only the weather would improve the outside tables are great too. Staff are so pleasant...

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the2happywanderers . 2019-05-07

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5 of us called in today after hearing decent reviews. It was busy, fair enough, it's Easter Tues, and we had to wait a while on a table, which we didn't mind. We did order though while we were waiting to save time once we...

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galavantingastronaut . 2019-04-23

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Very comfortable seating and lovely food. Staff are very kind and flat white’s were amazing. We definitely recommend you to come.

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paulaG5308EA . 2019-04-17

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Called in for morning coffee and scone on our way to North Coast. What a lovely little place. The young girls were very friendly. Service to our table - Coffee and Scones excellent. Certainly recommend and will call again if passing by. Easy location, just...

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AJCurviews . 2019-03-31

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First visit, busy bank holiday Monday and the place was packed. Friendly staff with lovely comfortable seating. Food was yummy

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RSFEE . 2019-03-18

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We shared a scone and two traybakes between the four of us and all three were delicious. We also enjoyed a tea and a coffee, and loved seeing the spotty sheep and their wee lambs in the field just outside. Service was friendly and helpful....

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iainandanna . 2019-03-07

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I found this gem on the internet while scoping breakfast spots on the way to Giants Causeway. Our party just loved the quaint atmosphere of a restored barn on a working farm. Pleasant servers dished up a tasty breakfast as well as perfect hot coffees....

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pantherpaws . 2019-02-28

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A lovely little stop off on our way up north. Such a peaceful atmosphere in the cafe and the nicest caramel square I've tasted in a coffee shop Only managed to take a photo when it was nearly all gone!!

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michaelamyj . 2019-02-22

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Stopped off at the creamery can, and although it’s a smallish place we got a table easily. The lemon pie was delicious as were the brownies. Well brewed coffee and tea added to the deal.

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Supersixfive . 2019-02-21

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Here from the United States.... absolutely loved the food - scones- full breakfast- baps. Met Hugh and Allison, the couple who ran the cafe. Excellent start to our Giants Causeway excursion!

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Luv2Teach14 . 2019-02-15

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We had a lovely brunch this morning. It was great that menu items could be adapted to suit a gluten-free diet.

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Nigel K . 2018-10-29

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Just visited, No facilities to wash hands on premises. I chose a scone, handed it to the waitress who proceeded to give it to another customer.( My hands were not particularly clean) Table had not been wiped. Miniature milk churn carried inside cup.

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Keith C . 2018-10-06

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The settings are lovely, the interior had a nice country feel and the coffee was good. Staff were welcoming but the 4 breakfasts were very poor, 3 Full breakfast at £6.95 each not properly cooked, sausage pale and potato and soda bread still had the floury coating on it, mushrooms and eggs were the only things cooked fully. A long wait for breakfast cooked in some sort of oven mostly. Pancakes and bacon not much better as pancakes not toasted either.

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TamaraCoArmagh . 2018-10-02

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Hi was on way to Millside cloughmills for breakfast with my partnerspotted the sign creamery can said to my partner shall we go there for breakfast reluctantly she agreed. Being close to farmhouse thought oh great farmhouse fry lovey. Horror no hotplates all food precooked and reheated in microwave or merrychef awful bill 2 frys' 1 coffee i tea £18.60 what take my advice travel on to cloughmills to Millside 2 frys free coffee free tea £9.00 never be there again

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Kwilson K . 2018-09-21

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I went for breakfast a fry don't know how they fried the bread but before you were finished the bread was hard, would not recommend won't be going back.

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Brenda R . 2018-09-10

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Having passed here so many times on our way to the North Coast, we finally stopped here for coffee late morning. Although you can see it from the A26, if you do, you have missed the turn!

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IanGall . 2018-08-29

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Called in at the creamery on our way to Portrush had the most lovely banana bread with a latte my husband had an apricot and ginger scone with jam and cream and an coffee will be back.

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Ferguson60 . 2018-08-04

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Variety people suggested we visit so on our way to the North Coast we called in. Food very ordinary using cheap ingredients and for what it was quite pricey. Service slow alternative very polite. Popped into a garden shed with a toilet in it before settling off. We won't be back.

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Paulg1946 . 2018-08-02

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We arrived at the Can which is a usual stop on the way to the North Coast. The service was a bit chaotic we had to wait a long time to place our order. Our order was simple coffee and scones but this took along time to arrive nearly half an hour. When our order arrived the coffee and scones were good. Whilst the coffee shop was reasonably busy there were rumblings from the tables next to us. It is disappointing that one of our favourite coffee stops was let down by poor organisation in the kitchen.

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Paul W . 2018-07-09

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We had lunch today at the creamery can. It is quite a small restaurant but the seating was fine. There was a very nice atmosphere-tastefully decorated and interesting. The menu was adequate. My son and daughter had a panini each, which they said were good and filling. I had a scone and cappuccino. The scone was good - fresh and quite filling. There were lots of delicious looking cakes and tray bakes on offer, some of which were gluten and dairy free.

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921Jenny920 . 2018-07-09

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Never again, took my friend for lunch it was a disaster. Waited 15 mins to get my order taken then I was told they were not cooking eggs so I ask for a sausage bap. As I waited the couple next to me one was served the wheaten and eggs I ask again why they couldn't serve me the same and was told they were not cooking eggs.When my sausage bap came I lifted the top of bap and I thought it was a piece of bread cut in 4 fingers nò it was anemic looking sausages they didn't seem to be very happy when I returned the food. I ask again about the eggs that surely it would take longer to cook sausages and was told no the sausages were precooked and warmed in microwaveWe had waited 20 mins for all this. I was not the only person that was dissatisfied. I do feel if this cafe wants to make their business work they need to look again at the staffing levels.There was quite a few young girls serving and this is no reflection on them .The owners need to take heed

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poppy6666 . 2018-07-07

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By far my favourite brunch/coffee/lunch spot in Northern Ireland. Beautiful location, small but this makes it! Service is always wonderful, the food is home made and amazing! Lovely and unique family run business, the desserts and incredible! Very reasonably priced and the perfect spot to stop off on the way to the North Coast. We so look forward to our weekly date here! The pancakes and caramel squares are amazing!

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martharobertson . 2018-06-03

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Excellent place to stop for breakfast lunch or whatever takes your fancy. Spotlessly clean and great rustic decor. It’s attached to a working farm and is run as part of that enterprise. Can’t rate it highly enough, and bet you’ll return again, time after time once you’ve given it a try. Enjoy

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BigJohnDeere . 2018-05-10

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For reasons best known to my subconscious I have a habit of referring to this coffee stop as either the "Butter Churn" or the "Cow's Nest". Unfortunately the recent road improvements mean that you need to be aware of the turn-off but it is well worth the short diversion.

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mullxbarh . 2018-04-27

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Such a lovely place that a lot of people are missing

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labrador499520 . 2018-03-31

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My friend and I always call in here when we are out cycling. The staff are excellent and the food/coffee is great. We would thoroughly recommend it

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Willis M . 2018-02-04

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Went to the creamery can for lunch with friends. The staff were very friendly on arrival quite a good selection of food although felt receiving the food was quite slow. The selection of food was good and home-made. Would return again for lunch.

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Chirpychick72 . 2018-01-22

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I had heard about this little place but only managed a visit recently. We called in for a late lunch at about 2.30pm and weren't disappointed. There was a warm and cheerful atmosphere and we had a delicious meal in pleasant .

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511norma . 2017-12-04

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When we where going up the road we decided to stop for coffee.It is not a big place but the staff where very friendly and took no time to take our order and had a friendly chat .It is a bit hard to find now with the new road.I got one of the meals that was all ready made and my wife took a scone with her coffee then I spied home made ice cream.I have not tasted as nice in a long time i would go again just for the ice cream it was busy would definitely call again

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noelm877 . 2017-11-18

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I just love this place. The full breakfast is just perfect. However, the scones and caramel squares are hard to pass up. There are many beautiful home made cakes, tray bakes etc that I have yet to try simply because I can’t resist the scones or the full breakfast! The cafe is set in a barn on a farm. It’s lovely flooded with light, spotlessly clean with some quirky tables: old singer sewing machines and large cable drums. The staff are usually all young girls who are efficient and polite. I highly recommend The Creamery can.

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Rakigirl27 . 2017-10-23

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Called at this lovely restaurant again yesterday. Great home cooking and a wide variety of meals and snacks. The cakes and tray bakes are outstanding. Always a smile from behind the counter and service is quick. Can't wait until we return.

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frevagh12 . 2017-10-22

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When TripAdvisor ask if a place is a hidden gem I always struggle a bit to decide. No such problem here the answer is a categorical Yes! We drove past the Creamery Can first time then finally found it using the sat nav. It was well worth the effort is all I can say.

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PatMurff . 2017-09-07

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Called here today on way home from Whitehead. Arrived around 12 noon and was busy which is a good sign. We had a lovely lunch and fresh cream cake. The staff were all very friendly and polite. The tables were never empty for very long but the staff were all under control and seemed to be very efficient.

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smiler552 . 2017-08-28

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We love to call in here for lunch on our way to holidays in Portstewart!! A very tasty lunch and nice selection. Quirky little cans and bottles for milk on the tables! A quaint and homely little place with pleasant staff! The Creamery Can is located at the beginning of the new stretch of dual carriageway coming from Belfast direction and it would be easy to drive on past....don't know whether the owners are unable to get a sign, they could lose business ......we knew where it was and went on past and had to turn around at the next turnoff about a mile further and come back.......the turnoff is Glarryford that we need to look for next time!!

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David M . 2017-08-03

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Appetising choice of food..not a huge selection but all homemade,adequate and very tasty..sausage rolls are particularly scrumptious and cakes are tempting..forget about the waistline!! Overall very friendly and relaxing

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Kevin S . 2017-07-28

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dropped in for lunch I had the pannini with Brie chicken and cranberry sauce....the side salad was to die for really delicious rocket salad with balsamic dressing and organic tomatoes...all fresh...there is complimentary lemon water but we ordered some lemonade too. Service can be a wee bit slow as they really take their time to serve and dress your plate. The ambiance is superb and its generally busy bit there are seats outside too. Dont go without trying their ice cream.....CREAMERY!! plenty parking though the toilets are a wee bit basic but clean...well worth a wee detour.

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elaine l . 2017-07-25

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When we arrived it was not busy so we ordered what we wanted and took a seat,the table we sat down at was filthy! and the floor was no better! The place is infested with flies too which was very of putting. When the girl came with my childrens food I had to ask her to clean the table,I could have cleaned it better myself! Finally had to say it would do as it was. We ate our snack and went to leave, as I was leaving I noticed the work space which was atrocious with cake,bread,butter etc and with the flies,well I'm sure you get the picture. My kids wanted an icecream as we were leaving,so we waited a few moments to get served, when we asked for the cones, the ice-cream my son wanted was completed thawed, so my son had to pick another flavour which was still pretty soft! To top our visit off the bill was ridiculous,£5.40 for two cones!! (Not to mention what I had paid for our quick bite before this. The place is overly priced!), all in all we will not be back, this place needs a serious shake up!!

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dromona . 2017-07-13

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Great place for lunch,quiet surroundings,food was delicious & well presented.Would definitely recommend 😁

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838sharleneg . 2017-05-03

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Visited recently en route to North Coast. Had to wait 25 minutes for our coffee. Went to counter to ask of it's where abouts and was told it would be down shortly. I totally understand when it's really busy these things can happen... but when there's only 4 tables in and no queue -- I don't understand.

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Jeremy R . 2017-05-01

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I dined here witb my mother and daughter. It we was fantastic, tbe food was so fresh and tasty. The staff were great and the surroundings were lovely.

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elainet677 . 2017-04-21

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Went to get some lunch here, the first thing that hit me was the stench of cow manure and sileage in the carpark that came from cowbarns not 15 metres away. The manure or sileage was on the walkway into the shop which stuck to your feet. Inside we looked in the glass food displays to see what we could eat and all we saw was buzzing flys inside the display and out. We left immediately ..how this ever got past enviromental health il never know there has been cleaner places shut down for less......

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bigtBelfast . 2017-04-10

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Very good lunch. Good selection of meals, desserts, scones etc. Friendly dog. Good location for lunch.

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jwhenry55 . 2017-04-05

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Still reeling with the expense of the Creamery Can - had a fry and tea last week;

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bannray . 2017-04-03

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Really enjoy my visits to the creamery can, it's a very relaxed and homely atmosphere. Very good coffee and food with friendly and helpful staff.

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Matthew C . 2017-04-01

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A great find, a welcoming dog, lovely barn interior..... limited menu but lovely homemade scones and tray bakes..

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lindylouAntrim . 2017-01-21

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We had very tasty soup and wheaten bread followed by apple and their own homemade ice cream. A really nice place with very friendly staff

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Tom M . 2017-01-11

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Morning coffee at this place is well worth a visit friendly staff and great food, supporting the local farming industry,and a lovely spot to enjoy.Scones and coffee to die for.

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Francis M . 2017-01-06

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My parents originally recommended I call into the Creamery Can. Even with their recommendation I was pleasantly surprised. It was warm clean and cosy. Perfect stop on a winters day. Inside was beautifully decorated, a mix of country and contemporary furnishings and surroundings.

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greg p . 2016-11-17

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We stopped here for breakfast after arriving in Belfast on an early flight and were enroute to touring the coast. It was a great introduction to Northern Ireland and its hospitality. There is something for anytime of day with hearty breakfasts, tasty lunches, amazing cakes and even local icecream offering an array of delicious flavours. The restaurant itself is gorgeous and is part of a working farm. There is even a resident sheepdog running around outside who kept my kids entertained playing fetch while we relaxed over coffee. Would highly recommend for quality and great ambience.

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Maiden . 2016-10-29

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Just popped in at the last minute for a cup of tea. Couldn't resist a beautiful raspberry and white chocolate scone I saw whilst ordering. Staff are very friendly and the place is very clean and homely.

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mikar2016 . 2016-10-26

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The Creamery Can can be easily missed amongst the roadworks on the main road between Ballymena - Ballymoney Road but it would be your serious loss. The coffees and teas are excellent but the food is delicious. I tried their duck rolls which were served with rocket/tomato salad and home made coarse coleslaw - truly scrumptious. You pass this cafe by at your peril. Their panini and tray bakes/cakes have got to be seen to be believed. The interior of the cafe is warm, comfortable and welcoming. Their hospitality great - i had two great lattes and the duck roll, my colleague tea and duck roll. They also have excellent wifi - fastest that I've encountered across the whole of Northern Ireland.

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13StevenC . 2016-10-12

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We had brunch here. The fact that I am gluten intolerant was not an issue. I was able to have the same kind of meal as everyone else only with appropriate bread. And I was able to have some cake. Both of us were really pleased with our meal. Can't wait to return.

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BushmillsTillieT . 2016-09-27

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Found the "creamery can" on the way back to Belfast airport from the north coast - and what a find. Fantastic food and service and the best coffee. Can't recommend highly enough and will be back. Pay it a visit and see for yourself!

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Expedition447294 . 2016-09-20

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This is a great wee stopping off place On the way to and from the North Coast. You can see the popularity growing by the week and no wonder. The food is so tastefully presented and the tray bakes and cakes are delicious. The coffee is especially good, making this well worth the stop. The dog won't bother you if you stay inside but he's an absolute character and we love throwing the ball for him when we sit at the outside tables. Eddy access and egress from the roadworks too.

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the2happywanderers . 2016-09-03

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We visited here twice yesterday - once, just after 9am, for breakfast and then later, just before they closed at 5pm to get a quick coffee and traybake. It was a beautiful day and we sat outside on both visits.

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Hanbanan3 . 2016-08-30

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Called in on the spur of the moment for a coffee and scone this afternoon beautifully restored barn serving coffee and freshly baked scones. Relaxing just chatting and watching the traffic pass by on the A26 from Ballymena to Ballymoney. Would recommend for a pitstop between Belfast and the Port.

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FinnMacCool . 2016-08-23

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Arrived at creamery can a little late in the day and wondered if they would still be serving. Their hot food was finished for the day but they still had scones. Had a great cup of coffee and a gorgeous white chocolate and raspberry scone. Somewhere a little bit different and its good to support somewhere local and individual rather than a chain!

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Sandinmysandwiches . 2016-08-21

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We have been visiting this coffee stop since it opened and the food is great. Initially the service was quick, friendly and efficient. That has changed enormously! To the point now where we will give it another try but may stop coming, because the last number of visits have NOT been a positive experience. When we were last in the young ladies are incredibly slow and everything is done in slow motion, there is very little chat or personality from them. Sadly the food is still great but the service and servers need an overhaul........and soon. You will lose valuable customers if you don't get your act together! The reason I have given a "poor" rating for value is solely based on the awful service. I do hope there reviews are read and acted upon by the owners of this lovely little eaterie. I want to continue my patronage but will only do so if I see an improvement. These comments are made in the spirit of constructive criticism

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helenhR3560SB . 2016-08-09

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We had driven past this a few times and it always looked interesting.

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stephenskier123 . 2016-08-05

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Amazing scones and delicious tray bakes with a few gluten free options. Old tables were empty cable rolls. Those serving were friendly.

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JessieC1357 . 2016-07-25

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Was at this restaurant today. All we wanted was tea and tray bake,20 minutes! They don't seem to be able to get their act together. Their food is fine but the long drawn out service has put me off. I was here 2 years ago when it first opened. The service was painfully slow then and thought it had been teething problems but obviously not!

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Gretchen56 . 2016-07-16

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Outside surrounding not very nice, rough farm buildings. Parking not organised. Toilet is a wooden hut outside. Inside is pretty and nicely decorated but the flies are awful. Creeping over everything. Lovely dishes and teapots. A nice cup of tea , however the bread snack was expensive for all it was. Too many staff who don't seem to know their role. The resident dog chased the car and it was quite frightening as I worried that it might get hurt. Did this with all cars. Won't be in any hurry back.!

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cathy606 . 2016-07-09

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One could easily miss this charming little spot, so lookout! it's worth a visit. I would recommend their savory snacks and tasty treats. Sadly I tried their fry....GRILL....OK not great, poor value for money....better up the road.

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Stephen B . 2016-06-28

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Best lemon meringue i have ever had!!. No soggy bottoms in this place. Thoroughly enjoyable lunch with good service

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Adele R . 2016-06-27

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A lovely place for morning coffee, although they do do lunch as well. Very cute building just in front of the main farm. Don't let the roadworks put you off going. There's a lovely collie dog which greets you and it was almost as if it was showing us the way to the door! Great cakes, lovely décor, friendly staff and nice music. We will definitely return on our next trip to Northern Ireland. The collie dog was also funny, racing your car to the exit through the adjoining field. Great coffee and scones were so fresh, lovely.

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ClareMetcalfe . 2016-06-22

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What a lovely place to stop for coffee or lunch. Food choice is excellent. Downside - have visited three times in recent weeks and never once has the Shed Wc been cleaned. The sink in particular is filthy!!!!! Come on owners - it is letting the place down - that and your beautiful collie dog who faithfully retrieves balls and sticks - their coat behind the ears is so matted through neglect!!! Take time and treat them to a groom. It's the small things that customers notice and the collie dog is such an attraction. Otherwise faultless.

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William M . 2016-06-06

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Went there with my mum for lunch and a little treat. We had salad with traditional wheaten bread which we both agreed was out of this world (and between us we have tasted a fair few wheatens over the years). The tray names and desserts were pretty good too. I recommend the Easter egg pavlova, but you have probably missed your chance for that this year. Small but a lovely place. I have every intention of going back. Soon.

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Sylvia S . 2016-05-31

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Having passed several time we decided to call in for breakfast this morning. The place was empty. The food was cooked fresh and served to the table. The cup of tea was made with tea leaves which is hard to find nowadays. The food was nice and locally sourced. Would call again on the way past.

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Ian F . 2016-05-28

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I stopped in on an impromptu visit on my way up to the Causeway Coast when visiting with friends. The food was beautiful and the gluten free cake I had is probably the most heavenly thing I've eaten since going gluten free. And there was about 5 or 6 options for me to choose from - a rare opportunity. All the other food and ice cream looked fab too. The staff were incredibly friendly and I had the chance to meet the owner and hear the story of how the Creamery Can came to be. Turned out to be one of the highlights of my day.

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409jacinda . 2016-05-27

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We called in at The Creamery Can for a brunch stop. My wife and myself had one of the most flavoursome breakfasts I have ever tasted. My 2 year old daughter was in heaven playing catch with the resident farm dog. Will definitely be calling here again.

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roadracer77 . 2016-05-19

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Stopped in thinking it was a functioning creamery with its own ice cream, as I love ice cream, and was half right.

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michaelbQ9222AA . 2016-05-09

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Stopped here on way to North Coast-most impressive food-nourishing chicken and vegetable soup , caramel squares and raspberry and white chocolate scones, Could highly recommend!

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lorna469 . 2016-04-27

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This is my second visit here and is an amazing coffee shop! Today was vegetable soup which was full of barley, peas and chunks of chicken just like your mum used to make and that left enough room for the amazing strawberry cream scone.... Words can't describe how delicious they are! I will be back very very soon

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Foodiefan77 . 2016-04-23

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My friend suggested we went for afternoon tea here over the Easter holidays. I was not disappointed, the lovely lady set a feast down in front of us. It consisted of 2 types of sandwiches, sausage rolls, raspberry and white chocolate scones (which were amazing), 4 varieties of traybakes and 2 chocolate covered strawberries all for £12.50 each. We really couldn't manage it all. The lady and gentlemen working there were very attentive and friendly. I couldn't eat for the rest of the day! Highly recommend.

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GeriCo83 . 2016-04-04

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We love calling into this delightful coffee shop and if we are lucky we will be greeted by Winnie, a great asset. Everything is home made and this is a wonderful oasis on the journey up to the north coast. We always look forward to our visit to the Craemery Can, it never disappoints.

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helenhR3560SB . 2016-04-01

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